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Wonderful state park in the piney woods of East Texas
Date of Stay: February, 2017 - $28.00
Overall Rating: 4 stars
RV: 25' motorhome
Beautiful East TX park. It was a nice, close getaway from Dallas. We stayed in the Lakeview area, which I recommend. There are several areas in the park, so you might want to check out the website. The pretty park is kept up nicely & isn't in the middle of a bunch of meth labs. We were there in late winter, just before everything was about to leaf out. We found it spotless, including the bathrooms. The camp host and her cat on a leash, "Luigi", were super friendly and was walking around picking up tiny pieces of trash when we ran into her. They did a fantastic job keeping the restrooms clean...among the best we've encountered. We have a 25' motorhome and chose a back-in site with full hookups. There are pull-throughs if you require that. The campsites are spacious with plenty of area around them should you want to set up a tent. We set up 2 ENO Hammocks, left our bikes out, had a lantern pole, picnic table and fire ring with a grill grate. Firewood can be purchased via the honor system by the camp host's site.
We had full hookups and concrete pad, which required leveling blocks. Our site was shaded and on the water. Because of the tall trees, satellite didn't work. No biggie. I didn't pay attention to whether or not there were spots with a clear view to the sky. You can rent boats & fishing equipment. There is a swimming area. If you enjoy biking, birding, hiking or geocaching, there are plenty of options/trails. We took a nice hike around the perimeter of the lake...maybe a couple of miles? The camp store is well appointed. The only issue we ran into were the thieving raccoons who have a taste for prime rib-eye. One of the fearless little buggers managed to steal half of a steak right off the grill when we walked a few feet away! (so much for leftovers!). Our neighbors, who frequent this park, say they are a big problem at this park, so keep your coolers and everything food related inside your car/camper!
The other issue we encountered, was a controlled burn about 100 yards away, scheduled the morning of our 2nd day. I won't remove any stars because of this as controlled burns are not planned in advance, but rather chosen based on "perfect conditions" based on temps, wind, moisture, etc. and unfortunately for us it happened while we were there. Upon checking in, we were informed of this and were given the option to cancel, but since we'd driven 2 hours and were set on camping, we chose to stay. Bad idea. Had we not had so much stuff to pack up and unhook, we'd have left late that night because the smoke was brutal as the smoke ended up settling rather than rising that evening/night. We had to air out the RV and wash everything we could. I can still smell smoke in our storage bins. It was miserable and had we realized how awful that would be, we'd have not stayed. Again...a rare occurrence so I am not docking the rating because of it.
Sites at TX State Parks are first come first served, although you can reserve a "space" beforehand. The ranger said starting Dec 2017, you will be able to book "site specific" spots online. Day use fee is $3/day per person. We got a TX State Park pass for $40, which negates the day use fee and if you stay more than one night, you get half off the 2nd night. Well worth it if you plan on camping/using TX state parks more than a couple times. Book early; this is a popular park, close to Dallas & fills up during the season.
Activities: Biking, hiking, geocaching, birding, fishing, paddle-boats, swimming in the lake, campfire
Wonderful state park in the piney woods of East Texas
Date of Stay: February, 2017 - $28.00
Overall Rating: 4 stars
RV: 25' motorhome
Beautiful East TX park. It was a nice, close getaway from Dallas. We stayed in the Lakeview area, which I recommend. There are several areas in the park, so you might want to check out the website. The pretty park is kept up nicely & isn't in the middle of a bunch of meth labs. We found it spotless, including the bathrooms. The camp host and her cat on a leash, "Luigi", were super friendly and was walking around picking up tiny pieces of trash when we ran into her. They did a fantastic job keeping the restrooms clean...among the best we've encountered. We have a 25' motorhome and chose a back-in site with full hookups. There are pull-throughs if you require that. The campsites are spacious with plenty of area around them should you want to set up a tent. We set up 2 ENO Hammocks, left our bikes out, had a lantern pole, picnic table and fire ring with a grill grate. Firewood can be purchased via the honor system by the camp host's site.
We had full hookups and concrete pad, which required leveling blocks. Our site was shaded and on the water. Because of the tall trees, satellite didn't work. No biggie. I didn't pay attention to whether or not there were spots with a clear view to the sky. You can rent boats & fishing equipment. There is a swimming area. If you enjoy biking, birding, hiking or geocaching, there are plenty of options/trails. We took a nice hike around the perimeter of the lake...maybe a couple of miles? The camp store is well appointed. The only issue we ran into were the thieving raccoons who have a taste for prime rib-eye. One of the fearless little buggers managed to steal half of a steak right off the grill when we walked a few feet away! (so much for leftovers!). Our neighbors, who frequent this park, say they are a big problem at this park, so keep your coolers and everything food related inside your car/camper!
Sites at TX State Parks are first come first served, although you can reserve a "space" beforehand. The ranger said starting Dec 2017, you will be able to book "site specific" spots online. Day use fee is $3/day per person. We got a TX State Park pass for $40, which negates the day use fee and if you stay more than one night, you get half off the 2nd night. Well worth it if you plan on camping/using TX state parks more than a couple times. Book early; this is a popular park, close to Dallas & fills up during the season.
Activities: Biking, hiking, geocaching, birding, fishing, paddle-boats, swimming in the lake, campfire
Curved short spaces
We arrived after dark, and though there are some spaces for bigger rvs, we could not fit our truck and 28' fifth wheel into them. There were no lights at all, big rocks on the edge of each space we kept hitting, and the spaces are all curved and unlevel. After trying 3 spaces unsuccessfully, we left. Beautiful park we have visited in the day in a car, but the rv spaces are difficult!
Perfect place for relaxation.
Maiden voyage for our new trailer trailer and we chose Tyler State Park. It is located just north of Tyler, Tx. The setting is gorgeous. Trees galore around a a spring fed lake. Lots of wildlife and bathrooms galore. Also, the check in folks are incredibly helpful and so friendly. The sites are a little tight and no wifi, but if you looking for peace and quiet, this is your place!
Love it!
We are always looking forward to visiting Tyler State Park. We usually go in October, after the crowds have thinned out a little. The autumn colors are awesome here, and the weather is cool enough to truly enjoy hiking all the way around the lake. It’s also quite large, hilly, and scenic with beautiful pines and hardwood trees, creeks, and a gorgeous lake. It offers camping, picnicking, hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, playgrounds, and boating.
For boating, you can launch your own, or rent one from the park store, which offers canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, jon boats, and bike boats. The store also offers souvenirs as well as limited camping supplies and groceries. The park has scenic roads for vehicles and road bicycles, as well as 13 miles of trails for hikers and mountain bikers.
There are a wide range of accommodations ranging from tent sites with water only, all the way up to full hookup RV sites, screened shelters, and mini-cabins. Some sites are very level, while others have a slope. Water and electric supplies are good. On the technology side, we received about 30 over-the-air TV stations, 4G LTE cell phone service from Verizon, and Wi-Fi internet from the park, although it was slow at times. While all the sites are quite nice, our favorite area is the Lakeview tent and trailer camping area. It is right on the shores of the lake, has great views, and is right on the Lakeshore trail, which is a very scenic and easy 2-mile loop around the lake.
The fishermen in our group always want to camp as close to the lake as possible. They have pulled some big bass out of it! The lake has a swimming beach, a hiking trail all the way around, and in the summer has various watercraft rentals.
There are a couple of playgrounds that delight the grandkids, and a camp store. Most of the campsites seem to have been converted to full hookups, especially those close to the lake. Just talking about it makes me want to go back again.
A variety of campsites
There are actually 4 different campgrounds in this park. Cedar Point has 20 sites; you reach that first. Lots of trees, huge sites, flat, nice bathroom.
Go down the hill toward the lake and you fine Lakeview Campground with sites 21 to 38. Nice, mostly pull-thrus, right on the lake.
Go uphill a little way and there is Big Pine, sites 39 to 77. All pull-thrus. I liked Cedar Point better.
Lastly is Blackjack. Here there is a grove of trees with tables and a fence in a cirlce. The campsites radiate out from the circle, so it is all blacktop with electric and water at the rear of the space. This may be good for groups and rallies, but to me it was the least desirable area.
While there are lots of pull-thrus, many of them are too short for a big rig. However, there are many spots that will take a big rig.
While they claim to have wifi at the office and the store, I couldn't locate it anywhere around the store and, believe me, I tried. There isn't anyplace to park at the office, so I don't consider that a real option. And the office is distant from the campgrounds.
There are some steep portions of the road, particularly between Blackjack and the front (the road is a loop through the park). And there are LOTs of trails to hike, if that is your thing. The park was built by the CCCs in the depression and is a truly lovely park.
A variety of campsites
There are actually 4 different campgrounds in this park. Cedar Point has 20 sites; you reach that first. Lots of trees, huge sites, flat, nice bathroom.
Go down the hill toward the lake and you fine Lakeview Campground with sites 21 to 38. Nice, mostly pull-thrus, right on the lake.
Go uphill a little way and there is Big Pine, sites 39 to 77. All pull-thrus. I liked Cedar Point better.
Lastly is Blackjack. Here there is a grove of trees with tables and a fence in a cirlce. The campsites radiate out from the circle, so it is all blacktop with electric and water at the rear of the space. This may be good for groups and rallies, but to me it was the least desirable area.
While there are lots of pull-thrus, many of them are too short for a big rig. However, there are many spots that will take a big rig.
While they claim to have wifi at the office and the store, I couldn't locate it anywhere around the store and, believe me, I tried. There isn't anyplace to park at the office, so I don't consider that a real option. And the office is distant from the campgrounds.
There are some steep portions of the road, particularly between Blackjack and the front (the road is a loop through the park). And there are LOTs of trails to hike, if that is your thing. The park was built by the CCCs in the depression and is a truly lovely park.
great place for relaxing
Lot's of trees, trails, and swimming
Had fun in the fall
Lots to do here including free fishing without license. Nice playground and small beach area. Boat rentals and lots of hiking. Kids rode bikes and scooters everywhere.
Dump station, but they also have full hook-ups so no need to use it. Little store site. Not a lot to do in Tyler from what we could see. Staff were polite and average in helpful department.
Lots of trees, and great little lake and some wildlife. Huge central area between campsites, not very crowded at all. We paid $26 a night. This included $3 a day for park passes for each adult
Wifi is only available by the store and the office.